Blanton Censured as Dramatic House Scene Unfolds
In Washington on October 27, Texas Democrat Thomas L. Blanton faced a near-expulsion vote. The House rejected the move by eight votes, then Blanton collapsed at the chamber door, tears in his eyes as supporters and opponents watched.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Thomnas L. Blanton
Texas
Gillett
Po Hedl
Mermohers
Dar
Thas
Monde
Lim
Lloyd George Seeks House Backing on Irish Talks
London October 2 A strong push by Premier Lloyd George for a vote of confidence dominates the Commons as he demands support for his handling of Irish negotiations. Monday set for a test resolution on the Anglo Irish talks, with pro and anti groups clashing amid cheers and protests. The government insists on confidentiality of negotiations until completion, while promising parliamentary sanction for any settlement.
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Lloyd-George
House
London
House of Commons
Binn Fein
Wenewer
Trish
Nepotiatana
Fight over Fifth District Republican club action
The Fifth District Republican club split at a special meeting over the appointment of John Carter. A resolution denouncing tactics used to depose Carter passed with two dissenters as members faced suspension for nonpayment of dues.
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Repubblican Club, Inc
John Tt. Carter
Trict
Taivens
James Martin
Clas
Atettorney
Louis Wornbhith
Liv
Teade
Martins
Joan R. Carlen
Allorney Ta Oo
Hull
Ret Harreyws
Frank E. Ballard
Carter
Ar. Havens
Sheriff Maloney
Gni Maroney
Stratford Town Faces Severe Financial Straits Amid Borrowing Dilemma
Stratford faces cash flow worries as officials dispute who can legally borrow funds. Town Treasurer estimates 50 990 due within a week while October 1 taxes lag. Education and state taxes, military and county levies, and bond interest add to a heavy load. Banks show willingness if legal opinion from town attorneys is secured.
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Stratford
Barresy
Metordine
Treaswer
Waller Curtis
Board of Education
Canfrict
Merritt
Ww Fote
Pel An Mees Wong
Chemist Held For Plot Against Herrick
Paris dispatch reports police investigating an attempt on Ambassador Herrick arrested two chemists. Laymornd Robin was seized with ten grenades loaded with cheldite, all prepared for the Ambassador. Robins bombs appeared ready for attack with intent to strike.
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Herrick
Paris
Am-bassador Herrick
Robin
Mineil
Cummings May Again Head Party Shakeup Rumored
Washington reports George White may resign as Democratic National Committee chairman at the St Louis meeting. A move to replace White with Homer S. Cummings of Connecticut is discussed, with other candidates named, amid party reorganizational pressure and past disputes over Cox’s appointment choice.
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White
National Democratic
SY Grorgh A. Manning
Waaidneton
Bridgeport Telegram
Washington, D. C
Ote
George White
Quadman
Democratic National Committee
St. Lowry
EMS
Comitte Amen
Carter Glass
Virginia
Glass
Jim Cox
Robert W. Woolley
Daniel S. Reper
South Carolina
Scott Farris
Olahomea
Cox
Homer S. Cummings
Connecticut
St. Lews
Transportable Subs Advocated by Lake at NY Electrical Society
Simon Lake of Bridgeport urged a fleet of rail portable subs at a New York Electrical Society address. He framed submarines as vital war tools and a dependable defense, proposing small tonnage craft could move commerce from Liverpool to Yokohama via Arctic routes, passing under lee and moving between Atlantic and Pacific theaters.
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Atlantic
Pacific
Ware
Simon Lake
Bridgeport
New York Electrical Society
Lee
Liverpool
Yokahams
Russia
Marshal Foch to land today in New York port
American destroyers escort Marshal Foch toward Quarantine as the George Washington nears Paris bound forces. A squadron of seaplanes will join the salute with Navy cutters and notables awaiting the French leader. Pershing’s arrival depends on international reactions.
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New York
Marshal Ford
Feet Warcraft
Paris
Allied Generlissime
Pershing
Marshall
George Washington
Someland
Cunnningham
Jfiverossa
Almessarge
Secret session yields no strike action in rail unions
In Chicago on October 27 the labor board decision to allow a 12 1 3 percent wage reduction sparked union ballots and divisions. Despite majority support for a strike, officials like W C G Lee and leaders of the Big Four unions argued legality and strategy. A walkout was authorized for October 36, targeting most rail lines. The labor board moved to avert a strike, proposing no wage cuts and keeping pay at current levels, which roads and unions rejected.
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Chicago
United States Labor Board
Sail
Mossbly Thennsylvania
Tself
W. C G. Lee
Brotherhood of
Railroad
Lee Field
Ilegal
Traimmen
Bineerg
Taga
Awlchmen's Union of
North Averics
B. M. Jowell
Ailway Employes Department
American Federation of Labor
Ship Crafts Union
Washington
Harding
Unidentified Wesleyan Student Murdered in Buffalo
A preliminary report from Buffalo N Y states an unidentified male body, thought to be a Wesleyan University sophomore, was found in the Niagara River. A knife wound caused death. a navy blue and maroon fob with the number 22 and Latin seal marked Wesleyan University A D 1931 were found, along with minor change and travel items. The medical examiner noted clothing damage consistent with a struggle before death.
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Wesleyan
Buffalo
N. Y
Wesleyan University
Middletown
Wesleyan University A.D
A. Bibie
Buffalo Theatr
Niagars
Foresters to Honor New Supreme Chief at Reception
The United Courts of Muresters will honor newly elected Supreme Chief Anonger George TP. Sullivia and Grand Court officers tonight. The committee will meet visitors at the depot at 8 o clock and escort them to the Stratield Hotel for a reception, followed by remarks at the Foresters hall.
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United Courts of Muresters
Anonger
George TP. Sullivia
Grand Court
Commestieu
Tdoresters Hall
Handel
Stratield Hotel
Foresters Hil
Sullivan
Chauffeur Held for Schwimmer Shooting Charge
Walter Johnson, chauffeur of Fonkers, was brought to Brigsport in custody of Detective Sergeant George Simionm. He is held on $5,000 bond for a preliminary hearing in city court after an assault on private detective John Schwimmer with an attempt on his life.
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John Schwimmer
Walter Johnson
Fonkers
Brigsport
Cuatody
George Simionm
Disabled U S Steamer Rescued By Cutter Off Tampa Bay
The American steamship Frederick keibieh was found adrift with no steam near the Tampa Bay entrances. Cutter Luckerbach towed the disabled vessel into Tampa, rescuing the crew as part of a post incident relief effort. The Bridgeport Methodist Episcopal churches held a gathering at Washington Park with Rev. George C. Fort presiding. Key talks were delivered by Rev. E H A Dent of New York and Rev W H Midgref of Stamford.
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WEST
Pla
Get
Tallapoosa
Frederick Keibieh
Emtranes
Tampa Bay
Luckerbach
Tampa
Doubted Victory Over Strike After Unified Rail Leaders Action
Chicago reports a railway strike planned for October 26 was withdrawn following a unanimous decision by switches trainmen conductors and firemen. Leaders cited public opinion and government opposition as reasons. The resolution declared the strike not effective and outlined a plan to issue orders via code messages to union officials tomorrow. Contained remarks from Mr Lee Roskine and remarks on the labor board involvement.
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Chicago
Amsodsted Press
Anginesis
Sey
G, Leo
Pypeanar
Thi Os Hood
Nile
Wbor
Xal
Washington
Sheppard
Associated Press
Cate
Etrak
Bsg
Iway
United States Railroad Labor Board
Lee
Roskine
Pie
Moerely
Tomorro
Labor Bowra
Labor Board
Walter McMenimen
Massachusetts Official Faces Extortion Charges
Boston dated report alleges District Attorney Joseph C. Pelletier faced petitions seeking his removal for alleged extortion conspiracies. Attorney General J. Weston Allen questioned Pelletier’s conduct, with claims of corrupt payments and threats of prosecution involving Daniel H. Coakley, William J. Corcoran, and others, including a $320,200 payout to drop cases.
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U. S
Allen
Joseph C. Pelletier
Coakley
Corcoran
Boston
Wiivn
Bunis
J. Weston Aiflen
Supreme Court
Pelletier
Oftes
Wes
Mhay
Feasance
Daniel H. Coakley
Focal
William J. Corcoran Formeny
Middlesex Counsty
Dame
Eimegon Motors Company
Waerrem
CG. Daniel
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U.S
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